I have both and both are great for different reasons. For me, Eva is a little too dressy for everyday grocery store runs and kids school drop offs. I also don't want to have to worry about the gold plate all the time. It also can be hard to stuff things in and can zip wonky if I don't arrange everything in it properly. Its perfect for travel, hands free sightseeing and social events. The new pochette is really a great casual everyday bag for essentials. I definitely think it holds a little more than Eva as it is taller and I don't need to arrange things inside for it to zip properly. I love them both- was not sure whether or not to get the new pochette but am so glad I did now!
zip properly.